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Only exchange a small amount of your US dollars at a time...When returning at the airport they don't want to re-exchange.

Use a large Collapsible Rolling Cooler as your main suitcase- this will make sure that you limit what you pack AND you will have your own cooler for day trips too!

On bus intercity travel, reserve Seat #1 or Seat #2 beforehand. You will get unobstructed view of the windshield.

When you bring the kids take cold and fever pills, rash cream and tummy upset pills. These medications are very expensive at the resorts.

Make sure to write on all charge slips as you sign whether the currency is in USD or PESO as both use the "$".

2 way radio's are a great. They come 2 mile and 5 mile rage to bring on vacation when traveling with kids. This way You can track them down and there under 50.00.

If stung by Jellyfish while walking or swimming in the water, immediately sprinkle with meat tenderizer (used for cooking); it dissolves the proteins that cause the pain and swelling.

Print out places you want to go, and go over them with everyone on the plane. It keeps nervous first time flyers distracted.

As soon as the doors shut on a plane ask the stewardess if you can switch seats, since everyone on the plane is there it is usually no problem.

Place your toothpaste in a freezer zip-loc baggie so that it does not explode in your luggage during flight.

Spray athletes foot with Right Guard Sport deodorant util wet. Do not spray open sores, as they will smart. Infections will often be cured with one spraying but need time to heal.

Mole Skin, found in stores by foot care items, is a must for blisters you may get from walking.

For people who have sleep apnea there is a small CPAP, the "429," sold under many names. Mine fits into any suitcase. It cost $350 with shipping, mask, hose, and carrying case.

If divorced and you have sole custody, there is no need for a notarized letter from the absent parent. Simply bring the notarized divorce indicating sole custody.

Put your clothes into large ziploc bags, roll out the air, seal! This helps to create more space.

A great to store jewelry is in a half to full small tampon box. Who wants to look in there?

Carry baby wipes, non-scented, for wiping hands before and after a meal or after touching handrails.

To borrow, rent, or purchase an item, have a written consent or sales receipt w/description, serial #, etc. If stolen & retrieved by police-they will keep item without proof that it was yours.

Bring baggies: good for laundry powder, separating souvenirs, etc. ...the more you have with you, the more uses you will find for them!

Bring light ponchos for rain gear. These can be purchased from most camping stores. Many stadiums also carry a light poncho to sell to fans of local football teams. These work great as well. They are small and light and easy to carry anywhere you go as a rain cloud can come in no time and dump a monsoon on your head.

 
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